Strategic Executive Assistant—Governance & Development

Evolving Solution Services; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Girl Scouts of Gateway Council seeks an Executive Assistant, Governance & Development, in Jacksonville, FL, to be a strategic partner to the CEO, overseeing governance operations, donor stewardship, and fundraising activities.

You will manage calendars, prepare materials, coordinate board and committee logistics, maintain records, and support grant administration while upholding confidentiality and mission alignment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years supporting senior executives in nonprofit governance or development.
• Experience with Boards of Directors, donor management software, and fundraising.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and multi-project management.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary administrative partner to the CEO, providing executive-level support.
• Coordinate governance meetings, agendas, minutes, and board materials with accuracy.
• Manage the donor database, gift entries, acknowledgements, mailing lists, and reporting.
• Prepare donor reports, dashboards, and monthly development/revenue tracking reports.
• Assist with grant applications, reporting, and grant pipeline management.
• Plan fundraising events and coordinate committee meetings and logistics.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Donor management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience considered

Tools

CRM software

Donor database

Job description

Girl Scouts of Gateway Council seeks an Executive Assistant, Governance & Development, in Jacksonville, FL, to be a strategic partner to the CEO, overseeing governance operations, donor stewardship, and fundraising activities.

You will manage calendars, prepare materials, coordinate board and committee logistics, maintain records, and support grant administration while upholding confidentiality and mission alignment.